Did Lipitor get recalled?
Did Lipitor get recalled?
The Class III recall of atorvastatin, a generic version of popular cholesterol med Lipitor, kicked off Feb. 19 and covers 10,440 90-count bottles and 224,710 500-count bottles, both of which contain 40-mg tablets of the drug, according to an FDA enforcement report.
Is there a class action lawsuit against Lipitor?
Pfizer has a history of multimillion-dollar lawsuit settlements. Lipitor, an anti-cholesterol medication, can do more harm than good for some patients. Thousands have filed lawsuits against Lipitor’s manufacturer, Pfizer, for developing type 2 diabetes after taking the drug.
Why was Lipitor so successful?
The studies have shown how Lipitor helped patients with heart problems, diabetes, stroke risk and other conditions, by preventing heart attacks and strokes and reducing plaque buildup in arteries.
Does Lipitor damage your liver?
Clinical studies revealed Lipitor can damage liver function, and the FDA has received rare post-marketing reports of both fatal and nonfatal liver failure. Other reported liver problems include jaundice, hepatitis, chronic liver damage and fatty changes to the liver.
Are there any recalls or warnings for Lipitor?
The FDA Alert (s) below may be specifically about Lipitor or relate to a group or class of drugs which include Lipitor (atorvastatin). MedWatch Safety Alerts are distributed by the FDA and published by Drugs.com. Following is a list of possible medication recalls, market withdrawals, alerts and warnings. For the latest FDA MedWatch alerts, go here.
Is there a recall on atorvastatin 80mg strength?
The recall does not include atorvastatin 80mg strength or any other Ranbaxy product. FDA will continue to oversee the recall process and work with Ranbaxy to resolve quality issues. The FDA does not anticipate a drug shortage. FDA is working with other atorvastatin manufacturers to avoid a drug shortage and is closely monitoring the situation.
Which is the best brand name Lipitor or atorvastatin?
Medically reviewed by L. Anderson, PharmD. Last updated on Mar 21, 2019. Generic Name: atorvastatin (a TOR va sta tin) Brand Names: Lipitor. Atorvastatin is the generic formulation of Pfizer’s Lipitor, one of the best selling drugs of all time.
Are there any Counterfeit Lipitor in the US?
May 11, 2005 | Audience: Healthcare professionals and consumers The FDA warned the public about the sale of counterfeit versions of Lipitor, Viagra, and an unapproved product promoted as “generic Evista” to U.S. consumers at pharmacies in Mexican border towns.
